Columbia BG converted to a BGT

[Kent in KC]

"Just like Columbia would have made it." Either the ultimate in hubristic self-delusion or crass ignorance. There are folks like that in every hobby. In my world, antique autos; we had a fellow who took the remains of a 1913 Mercer touring car and fabricated a type 35 J Raceabout. This involved major alterations to the frame, different engine, newly fabricated body parts.....granted, if you have the money and skill and want one well, God bless your endeavors. But don't pass it off as "original". Needless to say, he put it up for auction and despite the easily verified rumors floating about, it went for crazy money to an enthusiastic neophyte with more money than knowledge.
Oh, I neglected to add. He did have an "expert." Cobble up some appraisal declaring it to be original.

As I read the description the seller is completely honest about the items that he had reproduced. Doesn't seem to me that he is trying to mislead anyone.

[Panatropia]

True. Matter of perception versus intent. Very fine line. But I ain't gonna buy it.

[Jerry B.]

Here's an interesting partial paper label on the inside of the lid on my BGT. It is difficult to read but at the top left corner is says "Type BGT". Jerry Blais